Go scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef
From stunning coastline to lush rainforests, Queensland has some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes. One of the most striking and famous of these can’t be viewed from dry land. The Great Barrier Reef is a global icon and supports an astonishing level of sealife. To gain a real appreciation of this wonder, you need to head out either snorkelling or scuba diving, leaving from Townsville.
Go surfing at Surfer’s Paradise
Surfing at Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast is a truly iconic Australian experience. If you are not an accomplished surfer, then join in one of the many lessons offered along the coast. This will teach you the basics you need to know to get out and enjoy yourself. Nothing beats the rush of catching your first wave and there is no better place to do that.
Take a thrill ride on the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is Australia’s theme park capital – there’s Movie World, Sea World, Wet ‘n’ Wild, White Water World, Australian Outback Spectacular and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary all in the area. People travel from all over Australia to visit them and you could have them right on your doorstep!
Check out the view at Mt Coot-tha
Just 10 minutes from the Brisbane CBD is Mt Coot-tha which, at 287 metres above sea level, offers stunning views from the top and loads of scenic bush trails. While there you can enjoy a stroll around the botanic gardens or even spend time at a planetarium! Mt Coot-tha is also the location of the broadcast towers for TV and radio in Brisbane.
Relax in Brisbane’s parks
You don’t even have to go further than Brisbane to enjoy some clean air and lush greenery – Roma Street Parkland, South Bank Parklands and City Botanic Gardens are all centrally located. Within them are barbecue facilities, walking and cycle paths, restaurants and cafés, a cultural precinct and even an inner-city man-made beach overlooking the CBD skyline and the Brisbane River. With Queensland’s beautiful climate you can enjoy the outdoor lifestyle almost year round.
Enjoy beautiful Noosa
White sands and crystal clear water put Noosa on the holiday hit-list of many Australians. A two hour drive north of Brisbane, Noosa is a haven for food lovers, boasting some of Queensland’s most highly awarded restaurants and super cool cafés right on the beach. Bring a picnic and find a shady spot up in the Noosa Woods, which have plenty of BBQ facilities and are right in between Main Beach and the Noosa River.
